The #eLAfashion team has officially hit the conference floor. We are on the lookout for the bold, the beautiful and the brilliantly individual – the outfits that tell a story, celebrate culture and make eLearning Africa such a stylish gathering. We have already started capturing some of the standout looks from today, with more fashion moments to come throughout the conference.
Day 1:
It’s #FuguWednesday today. Like people across #Ghana, KINGSLEY BOACHIE is wearing his fugu with pride. This traditional smock, originating in the north of the country, is handwoven on narrow looms. Wearing it on Wednesdays is a popular way of celebrating Ghana’s heritage, identity and unity. They are beautifully stitched as you can see on the one Kingsley is wearing today, featuring bold stripes and a unique silhouette. We at #eLAfashion salute all the participants we have seen wearing the fugu today. Perhaps it is time for UNESCO to recognise this valuable cultural phenomenon.
MANZAMASSO KPELOU displays a cross-border melange here. His suit is tailored in a Nigerian style using a colourful batik print made in his native Togo. This epitomises the cooperative spirit of #eLearningAfrica, well done Manzamasso!
The home side does not disappoint. #Ghana is a textile powerhouse, which is well showcased here by RAFIATU ACHEWORON BAWA. The artisanal kenta fabric styled with the sparkles of her black headscarf is a killer look. #eLAFashion is spoilt for choice here today.
#TeamTogo is really turning heads today. Fandoumi glows in this stunning sunshine coloured batik print from her homeland. She designed the outfit herself and told #eLAFashion that she wanted a practical, flexible and stylish ensemble that reflected Togo. We think she’s really going for gold here in #Accra!
NAPO GNOFAM SKULLVI from Togo sports a dapper Prince of Wales Check in this outfit for Day 1. His sister made the suit for him, especially for #ELA26. She has done an amazing job. Just look at the black detailing which sets off the check beautifully. The tailored cut really suits Napo, demonstrating a sibling’s touch and affection.
ABEL OHENE ACQUAYE showcases a contemporary Ghanaian vibe with his immaculate sage toned coordinated outfit. He’s wearing a piece by uber-cool Accra based label Wear Ghana that he styles with matching sneakers and a hat made by his tailor. The blend of modern and traditional is a perfect statement for the conference. #eLA26 #eLAFashion.
It’s not often that #eLAFashion is honoured with royalty and here we have two Queens at once. Amazing. NANA AMMA SERWAA BONSU and NANA AKOUSA SERWAA are resplendent in their outfits. As you’d expect, there’s regal purple in the colour mix and fabulous Ghanaian gold jewelry sets it off well. God save the Queens!
Stay tuned for day 2!
